Are you the next Jambalaya Champion of the World?
Are you ready to prove your culinary prowess and compete for the prestigious title of Jambalaya Champion of the World? Sign up for the Jambalaya Festival Cooking Competition and join the elite ranks of the best cooks from around the globe! This thrilling event is the heart and soul of our festival, bringing together top chefs and passionate home cooks to create the most mouthwatering jambalaya dishes. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a dedicated amateur, we invite you to participate in this world-class competition. Visit our Cooking Competition Sign-Up page for all the details, including entry requirements, competition rules, and key dates. Don't miss your chance to become the next Jambalaya Champion of the World!
Sign up now and become our next Jambalaya World Champion!
Click here to register for the Jambalaya Festival Cooking Competition and take your shot at becoming the Jambalaya Champion of the World! Fill out the entry form, review the competition rules, and secure your place in this exciting culinary showdown.
How To Compete:
Step 1: Sign Up
Complete the registration form. Be sure to review all entry requirements and guidelines to ensure your spot in the competition.
Step 2: Perfect Your Recipe
Sharpen your cooking skills and perfect your jambalaya recipe. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or an enthusiastic home cook, bring your best to the table and impress our judges with your unique flavors and techniques.
Step 3: Compete and Win!
On the day of the competition, bring your equipment and enthusiasm. Cook your heart out and present your dish to our panel of expert judges. Win the title of Jambalaya Champion of the World and earn your place in festival history!
Your 2024 Champions
Tyler Billingsley
Champion
Michael McCloud
Helper
Past Champs
1968-George Fairchild
1969-Uton Diez
1970-Donnie Mire
1971-Edward Braud III
1972-A. J. ‘Fatty’ Lessard
1973-John Graham
1974-Milton “Tibby” Lambert
1975-Benoit Braud
1976-A. J. ‘Fatty’ Lessard
1977-Norman ‘Kojak’ Melancon
1978-‘Dee’ Gautreau
1979-Donnie Mire
1980-Norbert Loupe
1981-Richard Debate
1982-Norbert Loupe
1983-Norbert Loupe
1984-Charles ‘Black’ Breaux
1985-Norbert Loupe
1986-Calvin Simon
1987-Norbert Loupe
1988-Blair Lamendola
1989-Norbert Loupe
1990-Ricky Breaux
1991-Blair Lamendola
1992-Byron Gautreau
1993-Wally Taillon
1994-Byron Gautreau
1995-Joey Breaux
1996-Wayne Abshire
1997-Byron Gautreau
1998-Kevin Braud
1999-Ricky Breaux
2000-Carlos Braud
2001-Ricky Breaux
2002-Kim LeBlanc
2003-James 'Stump' Marchand
2004-Kyle Frederic
2005-Ricky Breaux
2006-Mike Gonzales
2007-Jeff Parent
2008-Jody Elisar
2009-Byron Gautreau
2010-Joey Cornett
2011-Wayne Abshire
2012-Danny Robert
2013-Scott Duplechein
2014-Robert 'Hoss' Reine
2015-Lee Elisar
2016-Robert 'Hoss' Reine
2017-Kade Lanoux
2018-Jarrett Marchand
2019-Kade Lanoux
2020(COVID Year)
2021(COVID Year)
2022-Austin King
2023-Todd Breaux
Sign up now and become our next Jambalaya World Champion!
Click here to register for the Jambalaya Festival Cooking Competition and take your shot at becoming the Jambalaya Champion of the World! Fill out the entry form, review the competition rules, and secure your place in this exciting culinary showdown.